I never realized how popular they were till I got my little one 4 1/2 years ago.
When I started taking her to the park I would be stopped constantly and asked what type of dog she is and got the same statement as you all have listed "that's the kind of dog I want". Well if that is the kind of dog that they want why don't they know what the breed is. DUH.
I have wanted a Yorkie for 10 years and when I was finally in a place where I could get one I started my search and found my little one. She is the light of my life.
Jay